Ten ways to Age Gracefully

We are obsessed with youth. Nowadays it's hard to guess a persons age because so many people are finding great ways to age gracefully and they don't have to involve plastic surgery. Here are some wonderful ways to look and feel youthful way into your golden years;

1. Reflection. Take time to reflect upon what life has brought your way and be grateful for all you have had, let that become your foundation of where you are going let your experiences radiate through your very being.
2. Aerobic activity. It's important to take care of your physical abilities and most importantly your heart, any type of aerobic exercise will help. Brisk walking, jogging, aerobics, dancing and swimming are some ways aerobic exercise can be achieved.
3. Improve your balance. Take part in yoga or Tia Chi classes or do them within your own home and you will reap the benefits of greater control over your body and balance which will help you avoid injury.
4. Be positive! Just by having a positive and optimistic out look on life can make you look younger and feel younger. Instead of focusing on what you can't do shift your focus to what you CAN do and do it with confidence.
5. Cut down or cut out coffee and soda drinks. Develop a new love for herbal teas and water; in particular sage has excellent anti-aging properties that enhances the functions of the mind.
6. Engage in sexual activity to stimulate your reproductive system. This improves the emotional and physical connections you have with your intimate partner.
7. Weight training is essential to maintaining healthy bones and muscle strength. Weight training only needs to be done 2 times a week to reap benefits that will enhance your physical health.
8. Eat lots of fruits and vegetables! Increase your intake of food that contains minerals and vitamins especially vitamin E and foods that contain antioxidants such as berries, broccoli, tomatoes, garlic, spinach, carrots and whole grains.
9. Get involved. Be proactive in your community, your family and your circle of friends. Take opportunities that provide social interaction and responsibility.
10. Live a life of learning. Never stop learning. Always look for new skills to learn and master. Read lots and teach what you know to others.